West Yellowstone School Code of Conduct

K-6 students must dress appropriately for cold weather. During the winter months, this includes coats, caps, gloves, snow bibs and snow boots.

Unsupervised Areas

Students may not be present in any unsupervised or locked area of the building. Examples include but are not limited to: athletic facilities, locker rooms, music department, computer labs, classrooms, back of the building, this applies to lunch time as well. The Principal and or Classroom Teacher will notify the parent.


Food and Beverages

Food and beverages are allowed in school. However no soda / pop is allowed in the lunchroom during the designated lunchtime. As far as the classrooms, each teacher will address this issue in their classroom rules. At no time will any food / beverages be brought into either computer lab or in a classroom that is using the mobile lab.

Spitting – Disorderly Conduct

Spitting on the floor, walls, and any place on school grounds will not be tolerated. This is a health hazard and we want our school to look and feel sanitary.

Lockers – Vandalism

Although you are provided with a hall locker and a gym locker, both lockers remain the property of the school and may be opened at any time by school officials. It is important that you keep all valuable possessions at home. If you write on, kick, or abuse this school property, it will be considered vandalism.

NOTE: West Yellowstone School is not responsible for personal property stolen from lockers. If you are using your own lock the combination number or key must be given to the office. Do not share lockers or give your combination or key to anyone other than office staff. You will be held responsible for ALL items in your locker. We reserve the right to search lockers at any time. Report all locker malfunctions to the office.


Vandalism and Theft

Consequences pertaining to losses as a result of vandalism, theft, or possession of stolen materials will take into consideration the extent of the incident: less than $300 is considered misdemeanors. Losses of more than $300 are considered felonies. Incidents of vandalism and theft may be referred to the police. The Principal will notify the parent.

Public Display of Affection

A public display of affection (sometimes abbreviated PDA) is physically demonstrating affection for another person while in the view of others, for example, hugging or kissing in public. After a student receives a warning the Principal and or Classroom Teacher will notify the parent.

Bus Behavior – Disorderly Conduct

Riding the bus is a privilege which may be revoked at anytime should a student misbehave. Students are expected to exhibit appropriate behavior on the school bus as follows:

1) Bus drivers should be addressed courteously and respectfully.

2) The Principal or the driver has the right to assign seats.

3) Stay seated at all times.

4) Do not place anything out the window.

5) No food, refreshments, or loud playing of music are allowed.

6) Keep the aisle clear of all personal items.

All rules in the Handbook apply while students are riding the bus or waiting at the bus stop. In addition, refusal to respond to a Bus Driver's request, including identifying yourself or lying about your identity will be dealt with as insubordination. The Principal will notify the parent.
Alcohol, Tobacco, Drugs and Other Controlled Substances (ATOD)

The use of drugs and alcohol is both illegal and harmful, students are prohibited from drinking, delivery of or being in possession of or under the influence of alcoholic beverages or being in the possession of, delivery of or under the influence of controlled substances unless specifically prescribed for use by an licensed Doctor as herein defined or other intoxicants on school property or while under the supervision of school authorities. Controlled substances means:

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  Substances recognized as drugs in the official United States Pharmacopoeia, official Homeopathic Pharmacopoeia of the United States or official National Formulary, or any supplement to any of them;
  
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  Substances intended for use in the diagnosis, cure, mitigation, treatment or prevention of disease in man or animals;
  
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  Substances (other than food) intended for use as a component of any article specified in this subsection.
  

It does not include devices or their components, parts or accessories. However, possession of drug paraphernalia will be cause for disciplinary action. A controlled substance shall also include a counterfeit or pseudo drug which shall be defined as any substance which, or the container or labeling of which, without authorization, bears a likeness to represent a controlled substance whether or not the substance is actually a controlled substance as herein above stated.
Drugs and alcohol violation consequences

First violation:

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  Automatic law enforcement referral, immediate notification of parent/guardian,
  
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  Automatic 1 - 3 day out of school suspension,
  
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  Mandatory parent/guardian conference, Behavioral or non-use contract drawn up,
  
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  Attendance by parent and student in (drugs and alcohol program),
  
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  No extra-curricular activities for two weeks,
  

Second violation:

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  Automatic law enforcement referral;
  
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  Immediate notification of parent/guardian;
  
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  Automatic suspension not to exceed 10 school days;
  
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  Mandatory parent/guardian conference, Behavioral contract;
  
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  Parent and student attend drug and alcohol intervention program;
  
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  Referral and participation in drug assessment program required for reinstatement to school (drugs);
  
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  No extra-curricular activities for at least six weeks;
  

Third violation:

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  Automatic law enforcement referral;
  
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  Immediate notification of parent/guardian;
  
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  Automatic suspension not to exceed 10 school days;
  
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  Referral to Board of Trustees for hearing to determine placement ;
  
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  No extra-curricular activities for duration of school year;
  

The general ATOD co-curricular/school sponsored activities policy may apply. However, any student who knowingly sells, delivers or otherwise provides controlled substances as herein defined, or other intoxicants to another student at school or while under the supervision of school authorities shall be immediately suspended and referred to the Superintendent for a due process hearing to determine whether the student should be referred to the Board of Trustees with a recommendation for expulsion. In all controlled substance abuse cases the appropriate law enforcement officials will be notified.

Co-Curricular Students: Policy Purpose

It is the position of the West Yellowstone Schools that participation in extra-curricular activities is a privilege extended to the students who are willing to make the commitment to adhere to the rules that govern the program. It is the district's belief that participation in organized activities can contribute to the all-around development of young men and women and that implementation of these rules will serve the following purposes.

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  To emphasize concern for the health and wellbeing of students while participating in activities.
  
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  To provide a chemical-free environment that will encourage healthy development.
  
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  To diminish chemical use by providing an educational assistance program.
  
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  To promote a sense of self-discipline among students.
  
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  To support existing state laws which prohibit the use of mood-altering chemicals;
  
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  To emphasize standards of conduct for those student who through their participation are leaders and role models for their peers and the younger students.
  
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  To assist student who desire to resist peer pressure, which often directs them towards the use of chemicals.
  

Prior to participation

Students and at least one of their parents or guardians will attend the pre-season mandatory parent meeting where the rules are explained and discussed.

Possession and Use of Portable Electronic Equipment (Cell Phones, Ipods, MP3 players, etc.);

Use of Cell phones, Portable Radios, CD players, Television, MP3 Players (ie. IPods) etc. is prohibited during school hours. However, cell phones, personal laptops, netbooks, Ipads personal electronics may be allowed into the school if permission is granted by a teacher or administrator and is used for academic purposes only. Cell phones may be used before school, during morning break, and during lunch. Cell phones will not be allowed between class changes. They will not be allowed into classrooms without permission from the teacher. Cell phones may be used during co-curricular activities; however, students must abide by the coach’s rules and policies concerning usage including placing the cell phone into a cell phone bag that will remain in the coaches possession during the contest. The West Yellowstone School is not responsible for the damage or loss of any personal cell phone or any portable electronics brought by the student.

At no time will any student operate a cell phone or other electronic device with video capabilities in a locker room, bathroom, or other location where such operation may violate the privacy right of another person. Building-level administrators may grant permission for individual students to use and/or possess cellular phones, if, in the sole discretion of the administrator, such use is necessary to the safety and/or welfare of the student.
Unauthorized use of such devices disrupts the instructional program and distracts from the learning environment. Therefore, unauthorized use is grounds for confiscation of the device by school officials, including classroom teachers. Confiscated devices will be turned into an administrator immediately.


Student Computer Usage --Acceptable Use of Electronic Networks
All use of electronic networks shall be consistent with the District’s goal of promoting educational excellence by facilitating resource sharing, innovation, and communication. These procedures do not attempt to state all required or proscribed behaviors by users. However, some specific examples are provided. The failure of any user to follow these procedures will result in the loss of privileges, disciplinary action, and/or appropriate legal action.
Terms and Conditions

Acceptable Use – Access to the District’s electronic networks must be: (a) for the purpose of education or research and consistent with the educational objectives of the District; or (b) for legitimate District use.

Privileges—The use of the District’s electronic is a privilege, not a right, and inappropriate use will result in cancellation of those privileges. An administrator or building principal will make all decisions regarding whether or not a user has violated these procedures and may deny, revoke, or suspend access at any time.
Unacceptable Use – The user is responsible for his or her actions and activities involving the network. Some examples of unacceptable uses are:

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  Using the network for any illegal activity, including violation of copyright or other contracts, or transmitting any material in violation of any federal or state law;
  
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  Unauthorized downloading of software, regardless of whether it is copyrighted or virus free;
  
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  Downloading copyrighted material for other than personal use;
  
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  Using the network for private financial or commercial gain;
  
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  Wastefully using resources, such as file space;
  
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  Hacking or gaining unauthorized access to files, resources, or entities;
  
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  Invading the privacy of individuals: includes the unauthorized disclosure, dissemination, and use of information of a personal nature about anyone;
  
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  Using another user’s account or password;
  
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  Posting material authored or created by another, without his/her consent;
  
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  Posting anonymous messages;
  
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  Using the network for commercial or private advertising;
  
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  Accessing, submitting, posting, publishing, or displaying any defamatory, inaccurate, abusive, obscene, profane, sexually oriented, threatening, racially offensive, harassing, or illegal material; pornography, promotion of any crime, violence or gang activity, and
  
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  Using the network while access privileges are suspended or revoked;
  
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  Illegal Activity - -It is inappropriate use to store and/or give access to information on the District’s computing and networking facilities that could result in legal action against the District
  
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  Network Etiquette – The user is expected to abide by the generally accepted rules of network etiquette. These include but are not limited to the following:
  
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  Be polite. Do not become abusive in messages to others.
  
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  Use appropriate language. Do not swear or use vulgarities or any other inappropriate language.
  
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  Do not reveal personal information, including the addresses or telephone numbers, of students or colleagues.
  
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  Recognize that electronic mail (e-mail) is not private. People who operate the system have access to all mail. Messages relating to or in support of illegal activities may be reported to the authorities.
  
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  Do not use the network in any way that would disrupt its use by other users.
  
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  Consider all communications and information accessible via the network to be District property.
  

No Warranties

The District makes no warranties of any kind, whether expressed or implied, for the service it is providing. The District will not be responsible for any damages the user suffers. This includes loss of data resulting from delays, non-deliveries, missed deliveries, or service interruptions caused by its negligence or the user’s errors or omissions. Use of any information obtained via the Internet is at the user’s own risk. The District specifically denies any responsibility for the accuracy or quality of information obtained through its services.

Indemnification – The user agrees to indemnify the District for any losses, costs, or damages, including reasonable attorney fees, incurred by the District, relating to or arising out of any violation of these procedures.
Security

Network security is a high priority. If the user can identify a security problem on the Internet, the user must notify the Technology Director, building principal, or Superintendent. Do not demonstrate the problem to other users. Keep your account and password confidential. Do not use another individual’s account without written permission from that individual. Attempts to log on to the network as a domain or local administrator will result in cancellation of user privileges. Any user identified as a security risk may be denied access to the network.

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  Vandalism – Vandalism will result in cancellation of privileges, and other disciplinary action. Vandalism is defined as any malicious attempt to harm or destroy any District data, the Internet, or any network services or devices, and/or end user devices. This includes but is not limited to uploading or creation of computer viruses.
  
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  Telephone Charges – The District assumes no responsibility for any unauthorized charges or fees, including telephone charges, long-distance charges, per-minute surcharges, and/or equipment or line costs.
  
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  Copyright Web Publishing Rules – Copyright law and District policy prohibit the republishing of text or graphics found on the Web or on District Websites or file servers, without explicit written permission.
  
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  For each republication (on a Website or file server) of a graphic or text file that was produced externally, there must be a notice at the bottom of the page crediting the original producer and noting how and when permission was granted. If possible, the notice should also include the Web address of the original source.
  
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  Students and staff engaged in producing Web pages must provide library media specialists with e-mail or hard copy permissions before the Web pages are published. Printed evidence of the status of “public domain” documents must be provided.
  
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  The absence of a copyright notice may not be interpreted as permission to copy the materials. Only the copyright owner may provide the permission. The manager of the Website displaying the material may not be considered a source of permission.
  
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  The “fair use” rules governing student reports in classrooms are less stringent and permit limited use of graphics and text.
  
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  Student work may only be published if there is written permission from both the parent/guardian and the student.
  

Use of Electronic Mail

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  The District’s electronic mail system and its constituent software, hardware, and data files are owned and controlled by the District. The District provides e-mail to aid students and staff members in fulfilling their duties and responsibilities and as an education tool.
  
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  The District reserves the right to access and disclose the contents of any account on its system without prior notice or permission from the account’s user. Unauthorized access by any student or staff member to an electronic mail account is strictly prohibited.
  
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  Each person should use the same degree of care in drafting an electronic mail message as would be put into a written memorandum or document. Nothing should be transmitted in an e-mail message that would be inappropriate in a letter or memorandum.
  
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  Electronic messages transmitted via the District’s Internet gateway carry with them an identification of the user’s Internet “domain.” This domain name is a registered domain name and identifies the author as being with the District. Great care should be taken, therefore, in the composition of such messages and how such messages might reflect on the name and reputation of this District. Users will be held personally responsible for the content of any and all electronic mail messages transmitted to external recipients.
  
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  Any message received from an unknown sender via the Internet should either be immediately deleted or forwarded to the Technology Director. Downloading any file attached to any Internet-based message is prohibited, unless the user is certain of that message’s authenticity and the nature of the file so transmitted.
  

Use of the District’s electronic mail system constitutes consent to these regulations
Restitution -- If any end user damages, destroys, loses, or misuses school District property or data, the end user will assume liability and must make full restitution to the District in a timely fashion.
Internet Safety

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  Internet access is limited to only those “acceptable uses,” as defined in board policies and applicable laws. Internet safety is almost assured if users will not engage in “unacceptable uses,” as defined in board policies, District practices, and applicable laws and will otherwise follow these procedures.
  
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  Staff members shall supervise students while students are using District Internet access, to ensure that the students abide by the school board policies, applicable laws, and the Terms and Conditions for Internet access, as contained in these procedures.
  
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  Each District computer with Internet access is connected to a filtering device that blocks entry to visual depictions that are: (1) obscene; (2) pornographic; or (3) harmful or inappropriate for students, as defined by the Children’s Internet Protection Act and determined by the Superintendent or designee.
  
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  The Technology Director, building principals, and/or Superintendent shall monitor student Internet access.
  

Bring Your Own Device
The West Yellowstone School District provides students, staff, and guests the privilege of bringing their privately owned wireless and/or portable electronic piece of equipment onto the property for educational purposes during the course of the school day. The use of personal devices by students and staff is optional.  Students who do not participate in Bring Your Own Device will not be penalized, and alternative modes of participation will be available.  The District also provides filtered wireless access for educational purposes and end users are expected to use the provided electronic communication system.
All West Yellowstone School District staff, students, and guests must adhere to the following standards of responsible use during the course of the educational day:

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  Users are responsible at all times for the use of the District’s electronic communication system and must assume personal responsibility to behave ethically and responsibly, even when technology provides them these freedoms to do otherwise. Violations of any Board policies, administrative procedures or school rules involving a user’s personally owned device may result in the loss of use of the device in school and/or disciplinary action
  
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  All “bring your own device” users must use the West Yellowstone School District filtered wireless Internet access while on campus when using personal electronic devices. Outside Internet sources are not allowed at any time. Users acknowledge that the school's network filters will be applied to one's connection to the Internet and “bring your own device” users must not attempt to bypass them
  
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  No gaming devices, air-cards, or personal routers are permitted on campus
  
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  The user takes full responsibility for his or her device and keeps it with him/her at all times. The school is not responsible for the security of the device at any time
  
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  The user is responsible for the proper care of his or her personal device, including any costs of repair, replacement or any modifications needed to use the device at school. West
  
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  Yellowstone School District will not provide repairs, software installation services, or upgrades to any personal device
  
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  The school reserves the right to inspect a user’s personal device if there is reason to believe that the user has violated Board policies, administrative procedures, school rules or has engaged in other misconduct while using their personal device. The school district has the right to collect and examine any device that is suspected of causing problems, being the source of an attack or virus infection, or not being used for educational purposes
  
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  Printing from personal laptops or devices is possible through a printer located in the District’s library
  
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  All other IT Security Policies, Board Policies, handbooks, and Codes of Conduct apply including those regarding resources, personal information, copyright, gaming, social networking, and ethical use
  
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  Technology, including electronic communication, should be used for appropriate educational purposes only and should be consistent with the educational objectives of West Yellowstone School District
  
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  It is the staff’s responsibility to manage the use of personal devices within their classrooms. This includes, but is not limited to, compliance in using the District’s filtered network, managing disruptions in the classroom that the devices may present, and choosing whether or not to even allow the devices. Approved devices must be in silent mode while on school campus, unless otherwise allowed by a teacher.  Devices must be in silent mode while on the school bus. Devices may not be used to cheat on assignments or tests or for non-instructional purposes. All infractions must be reported to the administration by the witness and will be punishable according to current board policy, handbooks, and/or code of conduct.
  
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  Personal devices shall be charged prior to bringing it to school and shall be capable of running off its own battery while at school. West Yellowstone School District will not be responsible for providing charging stations/facilities
  
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  “Bring your own device” users may not use devices to record, transmit, or post photographic images, sound, or video of a person or persons on campus during school activities and/or hours, unless otherwise directed by a teacher for specific educational purposes
  
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  The “bring your own device” user must understand that bringing on premises or infecting the network with a Virus, Trojan, or program designed to damage, alter, destroy, or provide access to unauthorized data or information is in violation of West Yellowstone School District policy and will result in disciplinary actions including full and complete restitution of District equipment
  
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  The “bring your own device” user realizes that activities or unauthorized access of information related to “hacking”, altering, or bypassing security policies is in violation of the West Yellowstone School policy and will result in disciplinary actions.
  

Harassment Reporting Complaint Form

School__________________________________________Date____________________

Name __________________________________________________________

(If you feel uncomfortable leaving your name, you may submit an anonymous report, but please understand that an anonymous report will be much more difficult to investigate. We assure you that we will use our best efforts to keep your report confidential.)

Who was responsible for the harassment or incident(s)? ___________________________

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Describe the incident(s). ___________________________________________________

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Date(s), time(s), and place(s) the incident(s) occurred. ____________________________

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Were other individuals involved in the incident(s)? __yes __no

If so, name the individual(s) and explain their roles. ______________________________

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Did anyone witness the incident(s)? __yes __no

If so, name the witnesses. __________________________________________________

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Did you take any action in response to the incident? __yes __no

If yes, what action did you take? ____________________________________________

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Were there any prior incidents? __yes __no

If so, describe any prior incidents. ____________________________________________

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Signature of complainant _____________________________________________________

Date

Signatures of parents/legal guardians ___________________________________________

Date

Appendix A